Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in Quantitative Methods

About Us

The Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy at UCL is a leading international centre for political research and teaching. It provides a stimulating environment for studying major fields of politics, public management and public policy. Further information about the Department and UCL can be found at https://www.ucl.ac.uk/political-science/ and https://www.ucl.ac.uk/about/.

About the Role

We are recruiting for a three‑year fixed‑term Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in Quantitative Methods, starting 1 September 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to quantitative methods teaching and pursue research in any area of political science. This post is designed for aspiring academics who have completed a PhD or are close to completion, offering the opportunity to develop teaching experience, strengthen an independent research agenda, and participate fully in a dynamic academic community.

The main purpose of the role is to contribute to the Department’s intellectual life by:

Delivering quantitative methods teaching across undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes, depending on evolving departmental needs.

Conducting research of international standard that enhances the Department’s research culture, standing and impact.

Contributing to departmental administration and participating actively in its academic community.

This is a full‑time, fixed‑term Grade 7 post, with a salary of £47,451–£52,586 per annum.

About You

We welcome applications from early‑career academics seeking to expand their teaching and research experience. Candidates should have teaching experience in quantitative methods, knowledge of advanced quantitative techniques, and experience or potential in teaching administration and academic research.

How to Apply

Applicants should review the detailed Job Description and Person Specification. Applications must include a CV and a supporting statement addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Samples of written work are not required at this stage, and applicants should not upload additional documents beyond the CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be uploaded in MS Word or PDF format under the “Other Attachments” section of the application portal.

Selection Process

Shortlisting will be based on the criteria in the person specification. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview, with further details provided after shortlisting. Additional materials may be requested, including references, teaching evaluations, and a brief statement indicating which existing quantitative methods modules the candidate could teach and how they would adapt one of them. Undergraduate modules are listed at https://www.ucl.ac/social-historical-sciences/political-science/study/undergraduate/all-undergraduate-modules, postgraduate modules at https://www.ucl.ac/social-historical-sciences/political-science/study/postgraduate-taught/all-postgraduate-modules, and reading lists at https://ucl.rl.talis.com/index.html.

Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 15 or Tuesday 16 June 2026. If prospective applicants have questions about the post, they are welcome to contact the chair of the appointment committee, Judith Spirig by emailing j.spirig@ucl.ac.uk. Questions about the application process should be directed to polsci.staffing@ucl.ac.uk.

What We Offer

Benefits include 41 days of holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days), a defined benefit CARE pension scheme, cycle‑to‑work scheme, season ticket loan, on‑site nursery and gym, enhanced parental leave, employee assistance services, and discounted medical insurance. More details are available at https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
UCL values diversity and aims to foster an inclusive environment where all staff feel they belong. We encourage applications from groups underrepresented in the sector, including disabled, D/deaf and neurodiverse people, LGBTQ+ people, people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, and women. More information is available at https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/.

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